Family Checklist: Is My Child Ready for Camp?

There is no perfect age for camp; readiness is about comfort, communication, and confidence. Use this checklist to reflect on where your Deaf or hard of hearing child is right now, across separating from you for short periods, expressing feelings, introducing themselves, asking for help, and managing everyday routines. Your child does not need to check every box, and sometimes camp itself is what helps a child grow. Use it as a gentle guide to decide what kind of camp experience, whether day, overnight, or family camp, would help your child grow next.